Bss Report
Bss Report
J. Premlatha DappiliAdithyaSri
Quesy
Department of BME Department of BME
Department of BME
VFSTR VFSTR
VFSTR
Vadlamudi Vadlamudi
Vadlamudi
premlatha@gmail.com dappiliadithyasri@gmail.com
quesy@gmail.com
Esther Shalini
Department of BME
VFSTR
Vadlamudi
esthershalini@gmail.com
I. INTRODUCTION (HEADING 1)
Fetal monitoring systems are integral to modern obstetrics, providing
essential insights into fetal health during pregnancy and labor. These systems
primarily monitor the fetal heart rate (FHR) and uterine contractions,
enabling healthcare providers to detect signs of fetal distress or abnormalities .
that could indicate potential complications. The primary objective of fetal
monitoring is to ensure the safety of both the fetus and the mother by C. TECHNOLOGY ADVANCMENT
facilitating timely and informed medical interventions.
Recent advancements in fetal monitoring technology have
led to the development of wearable and portable devices,
II. EASE OF USE enabling continuous monitoring in home settings. These
devices utilize advanced signal processing techniques, such
A. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND (Heading 2) as adaptive filtering and signal decomposition, to extract
• The evolution of fetal monitoring began in the early 20th century fetal ECG signals from abdominal recordings. This ensures
with the use of stethoscopes to listen to the fetal heartbeat. accurate and reliable monitoring even in challenging
Significant advancements occurred with the introduction of conditions.
electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) in the 1960s, which allowed
for continuous and more precise monitoring of FHR and uterine
Moreover, the integration of real-time data transmission and
contractions. This technological progression has enhanced the
accuracy and reliability of fetal monitoring.
analysis platforms has revolutionized fetal monitoring.
Healthcare providers can now remotely monitor fetal health,
allowing for timely interventions and reducing the need for
B. TYPES OF FETAL MONITORING
frequent hospital visits. This is particularly beneficial for
high-risk pregnancies, where continuous monitoring is
Fetal monitoring systems can be categorized as non-invasive crucial.
and invasive methods. Non-invasive methods include
external monitors such as ultrasound and Doppler devices,
which are placed on the mother’s abdomen to detect fetal
heartbeats and uterine contractions. These methods are
widely used due to their safety and ease of application.